Vans x Atiba Jefferson: A Limited Edition Tribute to Skateboarding & Photography
When it comes to capturing skateboarding culture, few people have done it like Atiba Jefferson. From shaping the pages of Transworld and Thrasher with some of the most iconic photos in skateboarding, to photographing legends like Kobe, LeBron, Lil Wayne, and Rihanna, Atiba has always transcended the lens. Now, Vans and Atiba have teamed up for a collection that’s equal parts skateboarding history, photography tribute, and modern performance.
This very limited-edition release features two new Vans Skate styles—each one packaged in a custom orange box stamped with Atiba’s unforgettable 1999 shot of John Cardiel 50-50 grinding a rail in Costa Rica. Adding to the exclusivity, each pair carries a Vans x Atiba logo drawn by the legendary graphic artist Phase. Once these are gone, they won’t be made again.
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The Vans x Atiba Skate Style 36+
An all-orange masterpiece.
The first shoe in the collection reimagines the iconic Style 36+, Vans’ original skate silhouette from the ‘60s, now rebuilt with modern skateboarding in mind. This vibrant all-orange edition isn’t just eye-catching—it’s built to skate hard.
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Duracap™ under suede: reinforcement where it matters most.
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SickStick™ rubber: unmatched grip and durability.
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PopCush™ insoles: ultimate comfort and impact protection, featuring Atiba’s legendary Cardiel photo printed on the footbed.
It’s history, performance, and art, all wrapped in one bold colorway.
The Vans x Atiba Wafflecup Half Cab Pro
The Half Cab—reengineered.
For years, skaters have asked Vans for one thing: a Half Cab with a Wafflecup sole. After nearly a decade of anticipation, it’s finally here.
The Vans x Atiba Half Cab Wafflecup Pro fuses the timeless Half Cab silhouette with Vans’ Wafflecup sole—providing cupsole-like support without losing boardfeel. Add in the durability of Duracap™ reinforcements, the comfort and shock absorption of Cardiel PopCush™ insoles, and you’ve got what feels like a Half Cab on steroids.
A Collection Worthy of a Legend
The Vans x Atiba collection isn’t just about shoes—it’s a nod to skateboarding culture, photography, and the legacy of icons like John Cardiel. Between the custom packaging, Phase-designed branding, and Atiba’s fingerprints all over the details, this drop is as collectible as it is skateable.
But remember—this series is limited edition. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.
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